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Preventing Nighttime Heartburn During Pregnancy
Tips for preventing nighttime heartburn while you are pregnant.
Types of Ulcerative Colitis-Related Information
A list of topics related to Types of Ulcerative Colitis.
Indigestion and Your Digestive System
Indigestion is often a symptom of another problem. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of indigestion from the experts at WebMD.
Improving Outcome in Patients With Hepatitis C Virus Genotype 4
Do recent studies show that patients with this genotype have a better response rate to treatment than other genotypes?
Nutrient Feeders for People With Swallowing Problems
Syringes can be used to deliver nutrient solution through a feeding tube.syringe image by Jane September from Fotolia.comIt can be challenging for those who have difficulty swallowing, known as dysphagia, to consume enough calories to feed their bodies. Often, nutrient feeders in the form...
What More Can Be Done to Prevent Deaths From Colon Cancer?
Dr. David Johnson discusses recent studies that point the way to reducing colorectal cancer deaths.
Dealing With Heartburn
Heartburn is that nagging burning sensation you sometimes get in the middle of your chest after eating. Heartburn, for some people, occurs regularly, but for others is an occasional problem. Heartburn is not really associated with the heart, but rather a condition of the digestive system. Most of th
Finding a Natural Heartburn Relief
If you are crazy about fast foods, cold drinks and alcoholic beverages, then it is about time to avoid these, especially if you are suffering from heartburn. Most of the time, consuming meals in heavy quantity can make you feel uncomfortable and cause a burning sensation on the chest or the upper ab
Parenteral Nutrition: New Advances and Observations
The parenteral approach remains an important method of nutritional support. Recent data help to ensure its safer and more effective implementation.
Cost-effectiveness of Suppressing Hepatitis B Virus DNA
Suppressing HBV DNA to prevent HCC and cirrhosis in immune tolerant patients is very cost-effective, and treatment of these patients may be considered.
Pressure Ulcer Prevention & Skin Assessment
The Department of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center defines a pressure ulcer as the physical breakdown of the skin layers caused by continuous pressure at certain points on the body. This breakdown is a result of a decrease in blood flow and circulation caused by the pressure on the affe
New Therapies in the Management of Hepatitis C Virus
The most promising hepatitis C virus antiviral therapies under clinical investigation are described, along with recent clinical trial results.
Rectal Bleeding
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of rectal bleeding including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
WebMD IBS News - Timely health and medical news
Find timely health and medical news on IBS at WebMD.
Risk Factors of GI Bleeding in Clopidogrel Users
Could patients taking antiplatelet agents, such as clopidogrel, be at an increased risk for both upper and lower GI bleeding?
Antibiotic May Aid Irritable Bowel
Ten days' treatment with the antibiotic Xifaxan reduces symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a small clinical trial suggests.
Psychological Treatments in Functional GI Disorders
How effective are psychological treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnosis, and biofeedback, for patients with functional gastrointestinal diseases?
Information on Acid Reflux With Gas Prescriptions
Medications are available for treatment of acid reflux disease and gas. These medications are available over the counter and by prescription.
Celiac Disease: New Approaches to Therapy
What are the latest therapies on the market for celiac disease? This new study gives an overview.